New viewfinders allow colorblind visitors to enjoy fall foliage at Leonard Harrison State Park

Reprinted from the PA Environment Digest

The PA Wilds Conservation Shop at Leonard Harrison State Park in Tioga County is holding a special "Second Look" event on October 10 to celebrate the shop and the installation of new viewfinders that will allow colorblind visitors to enjoy the colorful fall foliage for the first time.

The newly installed colorblindness viewfinders were made possible in part thanks to donations made to the Charity Checkout for Conservation at the PA Wilds Conservation Shops.

The donations were given to the PA Parks and Forest Foundation, which then handled the installation of the new viewfinders in early 2024.

The changing fall leaves are sure to give everyone a spectacular view, and now colorblind visitors can enjoy the fall foliage as well!

"Pennsylvania's state parks and forests are the crown jewels of the Commonwealth," said PPFF President Marci Mowery. "With our shared commitment to these public lands, partnering with the PA Wilds Center was a natural fit. The support of the public indicates their passion for these public lands and their commitment to the stewardship of our parks and forests."

The Pennsylvania Wilds is a 13-county region that includes the counties of Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Forest, Jefferson, Lycoming, McKean, Potter, Tioga, Warren, and northern Centre.